To be lifted up.
To extract (code) from a loop construct as part of optimization.
To rob.
To lift someone up to be flogged.
To raise; to lift; to elevate (especially, to raise or lift to a desired elevation, by means of tackle or pulley, said of a sail, a flag, a heavy package or weight).
To lift a trophy or similar prize into the air in celebration of a victory.
To steal.
The position of a flag (on a mast) or of a sail on a ship when lifted up to its highest level.
The position of a main fore-and-aft topsail on a ship and fore fore-and-aft topsail on a ship.
The act of hoisting; a lift.
A hoisting device, such as pulley or crane.
The triangular vertical position of a flag, as opposed to the flying state, or triangular vertical position of a sail, when flying from a mast.
To lift or carry by the scruff.
The back of the neck, nape; also scruff of the neck.
Someone with an untidy appearance.
The loose skin at the back of the neck of some animals.
Stubble, facial hair (on males).